We are currently recruiting for a Sales Support Manager for large commercial manufacturers to head up the internal account management department managing large project intake quotations & handling general trade queries, complaints, escalations, order processing, project intake, project management, logistical handling, freight tracking, stock management, & relationship oversight.
Client Details
The client we are currently representing are a large product manufacturers who specialise in facilities equipment supply directly to large retail accounts & general construction trades.
Description
Key responsibilities consist of:
- Proactively contact customers whose instruments are nearing the end of life to discuss suitable alternatives.
- Reach out to existing customers who have become inactive to re-engage them.
- Take ownership of all portable enquiries, pre-qualifying them and consulting with team members as needed throughout the sales pipeline until the deal is won or lost.
- Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products and services that best serve customer needs.
- Manage targeted campaigns on LinkedIn to promote product and service offerings.
- Oversee the service reminder process, ensuring all service instruments-including those not originally sold by us-are recorded in our system, followed up on, and maintained in the SAP database.
- Work closely with the marketing team to implement strategies for nurturing existing customers.
- Lead focused initiatives to secure and retain business where we have exclusivity.
- Provide coverage for external PSMs during holidays, exhibitions, or conferences.
- Research and evaluate new technologies to assess their potential impact on the business and identify key target markets.
- Develop useful tools and reference materials to support team training and development.
- Actively listen to customers and gather insights to assist with pre-sales inquiries.
Profile
The successful candidate will:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional approach.
- Ability to own and manage a sales pipeline, ensuring timely follow-ups on enquiries and leads.
- A proactive sales mindset, always identifying new opportunities in any situation.
- Capable of managing expectations across all parties in the sales pipeline and keeping stakeholders informed.
- Dedicated to delivering an outstanding customer experience at every touchpoint, always striving to exceed expectations.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with an independent and process-improvement mindset.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all tasks.
- Confident in questioning, challenging, and providing feedback to improve team performance.
- Skilled in creating, managing, and reporting on sales activities, conversion rates, and business outcomes.
- Demonstrates empathy and active listening to fully understand customer needs.
- Willing to engage in sales training to enhance customer interactions by asking relevant questions and offering suitable products or services.
- Positive and professional attitude with a passion for learning and self-improvement.
- Genuine interest in working in a sales/technical environment and developing relevant skills.
Job Offer
- Basic starting salary of £30k
- Bonus included on top of basic
- Pension contribution
- Progression opportunities
- Internal development & career pathway to general operations roles
- Flexible working patterns